Lactocef 125 MG Suspension

Description

Lactocef 125 MG Suspension is a broad spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of conditions caused by bacteria like infections of the skin, throat and urinary tract. It should be taken with food to avoid nausea and vomiting. This medicine is not recommended for use in case of a common cold, flu or other viral infections since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.

Uses of Lactocef 125 MG Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

Pyelonephritis

Lactocef 125 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of Pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis

Lactocef 125 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

Urinary Tract Infection

Lactocef 125 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of infections in the urinary tract caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Impetigo

Lactocef 125 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of impetigo which is a highly contagious skin infection caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus.

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lactocef 125 MG Suspension

Diarrheasevererare

Fever with chillssevererare

Black or tarry stoolssevererare

Redness of skinsevererare

Joint painsevererare

Muscle painsevererare

Difficulty or painful urinationsevererare

Acid or sour stomachrare

Heartburnrare

Indigestionrare

Stomach painrare

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Lactocef 125 MG Suspension

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 1.3 hours of administration of the dose.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 8 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lactocef 125 MG Suspension

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lactocef 125 MG Suspension, and hence can be used as its substitute.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Lactocef 125 MG Suspension

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cefadroxil or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins.

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Dosage

Missed Dose

Oral forms: The missed dose of this medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed dose.
Injection forms: Since this medicine is usually administered by a healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Oral forms: Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with this medicine.
Injection: Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Colitis

moderate

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Seizure disorders

moderate

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizure disorder or a family history of seizures due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Therapy should be discontinued if the patient experiences a seizure episode due to this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures and/or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Lactocef 125 MG Suspension with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

- This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

General warnings

Allergy

- This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to cefadroxil or Beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any allergic symptoms like rash, itching, nausea or vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.

Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

- Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority and avoid usage of this medicine in such cases.

Impaired kidney function

- This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with pre-existing kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Drug-resistance

- Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Lactocef 125 MG Suspension works by interfering with certain processes that help the bacteria to grow and increase in number.

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